13 Irresistible Puppy Photoshoot Ideas

Looking to capture the irresistible cuteness of the new pup in your life? We have 13 puppy photoshoot ideas you are sure to love! And if you are looking for a special spot to snap your puppy’s pics — consider renting a Peerspace venue. We have thousands of stunning spaces in cities across North America and beyond, all available to rent by the hour. When you start looking at venues on Peerspace, just make sure you search with the keyword filter “pet friendly” or check with the host about bringing your pup before you book.

1. Let sleeping dogs lie

Newborn photos aren’t just for human babies — who could resist seeing a pup soundly sleeping in a wicker basket? Not us! Let sleeping dogs lie and photograph them in the most angelic, adorable sleeping positions you can think of. Peerspace has plenty of fun indoor and outdoor boho vibe venues filled with wicker furniture and comfy pillows, like this one, that would be perfect for this shoot!

2. Wanted: the cutest pup!

Just got a new puppy or selling pups? The “free puppies” box is a classic look to show off one new puppers — or a whole litter! For a great spin-off of this classic idea, “wanted” posters are another fun new puppy photoshoot idea. If you are looking to go all out — take puppy pics “behind bars” at an adorable western-themed photoshoot set, like this one.

3. Welcome home

Getting ready to bring a puppy home is hard work! Show off all the effort you put into creating the perfect home for your furry friend with a “welcome home” style photoshoot. This is an especially great option if you have a puppy lucky enough to be spoiled with their own room or dog house but is also tons of fun even if they are surrounded by all their toys in the living room! Don’t forget to buy a “welcome home” sign for the background of your photos!

4. Surprise!

What better way to get cute photos of your family than by snapping pics of them in shock and awe as they meet their new (unexpected) best friend!? Book a Peerspace with a large backyard area in a gorgeous setting so you are guaranteed the perfect photos of your new puppy jumping into family members’ arms, playing together in the yard for the first time, and covering each other in kisses and love!

5. Famous families

The best puppy photoshoot ideas don’t include just the pup — they include the whole family! If you have other pets at home, get them all involved in the photoshoot with a fancy dress photoshoot. If you only have one other pet, dress them up as your favorite Hollywood couple or characters in a love story — or do both! Dress one pet up as Tom Holland (Spiderman) and the other as Zendaya (MJ). Have more than a few pets? How about dressing them up as the Kardashians or the Addams Family?

6. Man’s best friend

Include man’s best friend in your family photoshoot! If you were already planning a family photoshoot, this is a great way to hit two birds with one stone and get both photoshoots done at once. Check out the top 10 family photoshoot locations near you on Peerspace!

7. Happy holidays!

Get your new pup in the holiday spirit with a puppy-centric, holiday photoshoot! Peerspace has tons of fun options for holiday-themed photoshoot locations (like this one in LA) and we have the perfect puppy photoshoot ideas for the occasion:

Take pics as your pup walks around proudly with a tube of gift wrap in their mouth. Be sure to scatter gift wrap around with open presents surrounding your dog (as though they just opened all their presents). And of course, dress your pup in a Santa hat and warm winter clothes. Don’t forget to decorate the tree with dog bone ornaments!

8. Pampered pup

Being cute all day is hard work — treat your pup to a spa day photoshoot for a behind-the-scenes look of how much work your pup puts in to look that good! Painted toenails, leave-in curlers, and cucumbers over your pup’s eyes will all make for some hilariously great photos. And a Peerspace venue like this luxe salon or this retro salon would be perfect for the occasion!

9. Puppy’s day out

Take your puppy out around town and snap some photos of their “firsts” — like first time going to the dog park, first time slurping down a “puppuccino” and first time walking on a leash! You can also opt for some funny options — like pup’s first time at the bar or pup’s first time on a date (make sure your pup gets all dressed up to meet their date). We can’t wait to see what other adorable puppy photoshoot ideas you come up with while giving your new best friend a tour of the town! 

10. Field of dreams

This puppy photoshoot idea is something straight out of a movie. Find a field of tall grass (or flowers!) and take pictures as your dog runs happily towards you. If you are hiring a photographer for your shoot, try and get some pictures running towards each other as well — or your pup leaping into your arms!

11. Puppy’s first birthday

The puppy days are almost over — make sure your dog starts their second year in style with an amazing birthday party! And cake smash parties aren’t just for kiddos … we think this would be a great idea for your doggo’s photoshoot and party, too. Peerspace offers tons of fun indoor and outdoor party venues perfect for celebrating your dog’s first birthday— check out all the options here!

12. For the dog walker: all tied up

Looking for some great dog walking shots for your website or social media to drum up new clients? A dog walking photoshoot is a great way to show off your personality — and command of the dogs you walk! Take a few serious pictures with puppies attentively sitting and waiting for your command — but leave room for some funny shoots too. Pictures of you tangled in leashes or being attacked by puppy kisses could be fun options!

13. For the rescue center

For dog rescuers, how you take pictures of the pups new to your adoption center is crucial And that means location and background can really matter too! Check out all the pet-friendly Peerspace options in your area and then come up with creative and cute ways to show off the pups in that space! One fun idea is to rent an outdoor barn area, dress up each pup as a different farm animal and take pictures of them sleeping on hay bales with their mama dressed up as a farmer!

Find even more unique puppy photoshoot ideas on Peerspace